This 1970 Porsche 911S is rare—one of just 1,744 produced in that model year—and is a matching-numbers example that has undergone a recent restoration by a marque expert. The Porsche 911S, with its 180 HP was the high-performance flagship model within the Porsche lineup back in 1970, which included the 911E with 155 HP and the 911T with 125 HP. The 911S came with not only the highest horsepower rating but also equipped with Fuchs forged-alloy wheels, wider deco-trim on bumpers and special aluminum rocker-panel trim, and a 5-gauge instrument cluster. It was of the second-generation 911 series which incorporated several significant and substantive changes including an increase in wheelbase by 2.2 inches, an improved McPherson-strut front suspension, wider wheels and tires and flared rear fender arches. Displacement on the horizontally opposed 6-cylinder engine was 2.2L. Many second-generation 911 Porsche enthusiasts regard 2.2 models as the finest among the various available engines during the period. The reason for their enthusiasm lies in the 66mm crankshaft known as the short-stroke crank, which had the extraordinary ability to pick up revs very quickly making for both a very responsive engine, as well as a visceral driving experience. As part of the restoration, the fuel-injected engine was rebuilt to Porsche specifications and the engine compartment was restored to factory appearance with period-correct finish, anodized hardware and correct stickers. The suspension was rebuilt with factory pieces and powder-coated in the correct matte-black finish, and the interior was renewed with authentic materials in the original Russet Tan color. This car presents beautifully in its factory-correct color of Sepia Brown, and comes complete with a factory-issued Certificate of Authenticity, tool kit and owner’s manual.

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